Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA)

Job Title: Psychiatric Nursing Assistant (PNA)
Job ID: 89977
Location: Terrell, Texas 

Overview:
We are seeking experienced Psychiatric Nursing Assistants (PNAs) to provide direct patient care within an inpatient behavioral health setting. The Psychiatric Nursing Assistant works under the supervision of the Nursing Shift Leader and assists with the care, safety, and daily needs of hospitalized psychiatric patients, including individuals who may have a dual diagnosis.

What you will be doing:

• Provide direct care and support to hospitalized psychiatric patients.

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Obtain and monitor vital signs.

• Observe patients and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

• Monitor for changes in patient behavior or condition and promptly report concerns to nursing staff.

• Respond appropriately to emergencies and safety concerns.

• Perform required computer data entry and documentation.

• Follow all facility policies, procedures, and established standards of care.

• Perform additional patient care duties as assigned and within the scope of the position.

What you must have:

• Must have proven experience working as a Psychiatric Mental Health Technician, Psychiatric Aide, Behavioral Health Technician, Psychiatric Nursing Assistant, or in a comparable behavioral health patient-care role.

• Must be comfortable working in an inpatient mental health environment with patients who may have complex psychiatric, behavioral, and/or dual diagnoses.

• Must comply with all applicable facility and HHSC policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Must comply with established attendance and leave policies.

Certification Requirements

• Must possess current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.

Other Information:
Schedule: Positions are available across the following shifts:

• Day Shift: 6:45 AM – 3:15 PM

• Evening Shift: 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM

• Night Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

• Scheduling may occur Sunday through Saturday based on facility staffing needs.

• Each shift includes a 30-minute unpaid meal break.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.


For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com